for complex geometries
on milled features
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New Orleans projects
CNC Machined Composite Tooling for Aerospace Teams
Aerospace composite teams in New Orleans need tooling that is accurate, stable, and ready for autoclave. We machine aluminum and Invar layup molds, cure tools, and caul plates to tight surface tolerances. AS9100D-aligned documentation available.
Tooling Materials
Aluminum, Invar, and HDB with full material traceability.
Surface Accuracy
Ra 32 µin or better on mold faces. CMM inspection available.
Tooling Docs
Dimensional reports and material certs for tooling qualification.
NASA Michoud and Gulf Coast Aerospace Manufacturing
New Orleans is home to NASA's Michoud Assembly Facility — where the Space Launch System core stage, Orion spacecraft structures, and legacy External Tank hardware are manufactured. Boeing, Lockheed Martin, and Northrop Grumman all operate at Michoud, machining and welding massive aerospace structures. NAS JRB New Orleans supports naval aviation, and the region's shipbuilding and offshore manufacturing heritage provides a skilled machining workforce.
RivCut delivers AS9100-quality machining to New Orleans aerospace teams with instant quoting and fixed lead times — SLS hardware, spacecraft structures, and naval aviation components from the Gulf Coast.
NASA Michoud Assembly Facility
SLS core stage, Orion structures, and large-scale aerospace manufacturing
Boeing (Michoud)
SLS core stage welding and assembly operations
Lockheed Martin (Michoud)
Orion spacecraft structure manufacturing and assembly
NAS JRB New Orleans
Naval Air Station Joint Reserve Base — maritime patrol and reserve aviation
What New Orleans Aerospace Teams Usually Order
| Typical quantity | 5–25 first articles · 25–100 low-rate production |
|---|---|
| Common materials | Aluminum 7075-T6 |
| Key requirement | Full cert package: material traceability, FAI report, ITAR compliance |
| Typical lead time | 7–15 business days based on material and complexity |
| Who orders | Engineers and procurement managers at defense primes and aerospace startups |
Composite Tooling for New Orleans Teams
Layup molds, cure tools, caul plates, and trim fixtures machined to print.
Layup Molds
Aluminum and Invar layup mold tools. Precise OML/IML surfaces, vacuum port locations, and edge dams.
Al & InvarCure Tools
Invar and aluminum autoclave cure tools with precise surface match and thermal expansion control.
Invar 36Caul Plates
Aluminum and steel caul plates for pressure application on composite laminates. Flat and contoured surfaces.
Flatness to 0.005"Trim Fixtures
Aluminum trim jigs and router templates for composite part trimming. Precise edge and hole locations.
Router guidesDrill Templates
Aluminum and carbon-reinforced drill templates for composite assembly. Bushed holes for tight location.
Drill bushingsInspection Fixtures
Aluminum CMM inspection fixtures for composite part verification. Precise datum features.
CMM fixtures2 Tools. 12 Days. Cure-Stable Surfaces.
A Greater New Orleans composites team needed Invar layup tools with precise contour surfaces, vacuum port locations, and thermal stability for autoclave cure cycles. Teams near companies like NASA Michoud Assembly Facility trust this kind of precision and documentation rigor.
Every tool shipped with complete documentation:
- CMM dimensional report — contour and datum features verified
- Material cert with heat lot and ASTM A658 compliance
- Surface finish verification on tool surface
- Dimensional stability verification post stress-relief
What New Orleans Aerospace Buyers Should Know
Ensure your supplier can meet NASA manufacturing quality requirements
Michoud programs carry unique welding, machining, and dimensional inspection standards for flight hardware.
Ask about large-format machining capability
SLS core stage and Orion structures involve components that exceed standard VMC envelope sizes.
Verify humidity and corrosion control packaging for Gulf Coast climate
New Orleans' salt air and extreme humidity require VCI packaging and climate-controlled storage for machined aerospace parts.
When Your Local Shop Can't Keep Up
When a prime surges volume, local shops push you back in the queue. We give you fixed lead times, instant quoting, and aerospace-grade documentation — every time. New Orleans's aerospace sector demands it.
Documentation-Ready
Dimensional reports, material certs, and process records ship with every order — no chasing paperwork after delivery.
Full Material Traceability
Every bar ships with mill certs and heat lot numbers. Full chain of custody from raw stock to finished part.
CMM Inspection, Every Part
NIST-traceable CMM verification on every critical dimension before anything ships. No sampling — we inspect every part.
5–7 Day Prototype Turnaround
Most first articles ship in under a week. Rush available for simpler geometries. Confirmed ship date at order.
Need our full quality documentation? Email us — we'll send everything your team needs.
From File to Part in 3 Steps
Simple, clear, and designed for fast-moving teams.
Upload & Quote
Upload your STEP or IGES file, select material and finish, and get an instant AI price. Every quote includes a free DFM review.
We Machine & Inspect
Parts run on our CNC mills and lathes with CMM inspection on every order. We verify every critical dimension before shipping.
Ship with Full Docs
Your order ships with dimensional reports, material certs, and full paperwork — everything your quality team needs.
Questions from New Orleans Aerospace Teams
Aerospace CNC Machining in Other Cities
We serve aerospace teams in cities across the US.
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Composite Tooling, structural brackets, housings, and more — we machine them all. Most orders ship in 5 to 7 business days.
No minimums · 100% Made in USA · Never brokered · Ships anywhere in the US
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